Skylight House

This modernist home, originally built in 1979, playfully contrasts with neighboring historic row homes. The project brief called for a new open floor plan, ample space for art, and a third-floor addition with a new primary suite.​

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​Our design centers around a three-story atrium flooded with natural light by a pyramidal skylight. Suspended in the space is an awe-inspiring staircase fabricated in wood and steel, complemented by a sculptural 20ft light fixture engineered to hang from the skylight.

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The reimagined floor plan emphasizes clear sight lines, and the footprint of the house repeatedly steps back from the property line to capture views of the sun and sky. dSPACE-designed walnut cabinetry unifies the home, concealing everyday elements like the pantry, a built-in desk, and the primary bedroom wardrobe.